Dissertations and Theses from Start to Finish: Psychology and Related FieldsThis publication helps graduate students in psychology and other related fields to plan the thesis and dissertation process from beginning to end. The authors mentor students by advising them, answering their questions, and breaking down what may seem like an overwhelming and unsurmountable task into a series of concrete and manageable steps. --From publisher's description. |
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What Are Theses and Dissertations and Why Write a Book About Them? | 3 |
Assessing Your Preparation for the Task Ahead | 11 |
Time and Trouble Management | 31 |
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